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IFS 2014

Austria

Austria

Another Austria

‘Another Austria’ aims to explore the artistic exchange between various
cultures by presenting a diverse selection of contemporary design. The exhibition, curated by Claudia Rosa Lukas from AUSTRIANFASHION.NET, in partnership with the Austrian Cultural Forum London, features four innovative Vienna-based designers – Femme Maison, GON, Benedikt Fischer and Matthias Winkler – each chosen for their impressive craftsmanship and unique aesthetic approach. The pieces will be shown against a backdrop designed by the London based creative team Jason Kerley + William Lynch.


13-23 FEBRUARY, 10.00-18.00
180 The Strand, WC2R 1EA       


‘Another Austria’ is supported by BMUKK, Austrian Federal Ministry for Education, the Arts and Culture, departure – The Creative Agency of the City of Vienna and go international. 

Curated by Claudia R Lukas. Exhibition Design by Jason Kerley + William Lynch.

Designers

Matthias Winkler
Matthias Winkler studied menswear design at the Royal College of Art. He focuses on raw materials and urban concepts.

Femme Maison
This brand’s sleek lines are underscored by conceptual thinking.

Benedikt Fischer
Fischer jewels are enveloped by a wide cultural and historical context.

GON 
Christina Steiner has an interdisciplinary approach to design, resulting in graphic patterns and unlikely shapes.